Mr. Yoder retired from NASA in 2016 after a distinguished career spanning leadership roles in both engineering and science. He served as Acting Associate Administrator and Deputy Associate Administrator in the Science Mission Directorate, overseeing a portfolio of over 100 missions, including the groundbreaking James Webb Space Telescope. His work touched every corner of NASA's mission-from the Constellation and Commercial Crew programs to iconic observatories like Hubble and Chandra. A lifelong advocate for curiosity and exploration, Mr. Yoder now shares his journey with students, inspiring the next generation to keep asking questions and never stop wondering.